Job Description

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics, an NCAA Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university, by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Posting Details

I. Job Overview

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics, an NCAA Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university, by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Duties

Reporting to the Head Coach of Women’s Basketball, the Director of Basketball Ops will support the Women’s Basketball program by performing the following duties:

• Is responsible for game day and practice management before, during, and after competition for all home and away games.
• Manages all team travel logistics.
• Works with Head Coach to manages the budget for the program, including collaborating with the Finance team to forecast quarterly. Tracks all expenses.
• Oversees student managers’ day-to-day operations, including all games and practices.
• Assists with video and film exchange to assist coaches in team preparation.
• Oversees planning, purchasing, branding, and distribution of apparel, equipment, and gear for team, coaches, and travel party. Manages equipment budget.
• Coordinates with sports marketing staff to market and promote the Women’s Basketball Program.
• Assists in managing social networks (i.e. Facebook and Twitter).
• Assists with all camps, clinics, and community service initiatives.
• Assists with on campus housing for student-athletes.
• Manages the administrative function for the Women’s Basketball Program.

The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC but will require significant domestic travel for games and events. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

• Outstanding communication, writing and presentation skills is preferred.
• Sports management or sport administrative experience is preferred.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work independently, and be part of a team is preferred.
• Experience managing budgets is preferred.
• Experience coordinating team travel logistics is preferred.
• Experience with equipment/apparel management is preferred.

Hiring Range $51,455.52 - $84,850.51

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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Athletics and Recreation

Family Athletics

Sub-Family Athletics Administration

Stream Individual Contributor

Level Level 2

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40+

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Nights and weekends as necessary.

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person)

Telework: No

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions To Applicants

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number: S013743

Job Open Date: 06/06/2025

Job Close Date

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education, Marketing, and Other

• Industries

  Higher Education and Research Services

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